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Cashier Thwarts Armed Robbery In Annapolis

ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) -- Annapolis police say a store cashier fought off an armed robber, who then ran away.

It happened about 6:40 p.m. Monday at the Fun for All! Toys on West Street. Officers tell The Capital of Annapolis that a masked man approached the front counter, displayed a handgun and demanded money.

The cashier tried to knock the gun from the robber's hand, and a struggle ensued.

The robber eventually ran from the store. The cashier was not hurt.
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Information from: The Capital of Annapolis, Md.

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